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Cholesterol in the Blood Facts about cholesterol Cholesterol is a fat-like, waxy substance that can be found in all parts of your body. It helps your body make cell membranes, many hormones, and vitamin D. The cholesterol in your blood comes from 2 sources: the foods you eat and
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Ascites What is ascites? Ascites is a condition that happens when fluid collects in spaces in your belly (abdomen). If severe, it may be painful. The problem may keep you from moving around comfortably. It can set the stage for an infection in your abdomen. Fluid may also move
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Oral Health and Dental Specialists What is a general dentist (DDS or DMD)? To become a general dentist, a person must graduate from dental school and have either a DDS or a DMD degree: DDS. Doctor of dental surgery DMD. Doctor of dental medicine There is no difference between the
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Polycystic Kidney Disease What is polycystic kidney disease (PKD)? Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a rare genetic disorder. It causes many cysts filled with fluid to grow in the kidneys. PKD cysts can impair how the kidneys work. It can lead to kidney failure. PKD is the
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Tom's Story
… Tom's Story Patient Stories Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix … A few weeks after the volleyball incident, an exam at a community hospital brought horrifying news: their … two days of tests that preceded his surgery, Jan said. He visited the hospital playroom and immersed himself in …
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Dementia with Lewy Bodies (DLB) What is dementia with Lewy bodies? Dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB) is a form of progressive dementia. It's caused by the decay of the tissues in the brain. People with DLB have a buildup of abnormal protein particles in their brain tissue, called
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… Providers For Healthcare Providers Center for Resiliency and Wellbeing (CRW) Refer a Patient 602-933-2237 … centerforresiliencyandwellbeing@phoenixchildrens.com Understanding the role of adverse childhood experiences … don’t have the support of a caring, nurturing adult. Using Trauma-Informed Care to Support Every Child At Phoenix …
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Phoenix Children's Ensures Continued Access to Care for Arizona Families with Cigna Healthcare Insurance
The multi-year agreement ensures thousands of Arizona families with Cigna Healthcare insurance will continue to have uninterrupted in-network access to Phoenix Children’s nationally recognized pediatric care.
Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children’s Research
Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children’s is a premier center with five divisions dedicated to pioneering research in pediatric neurosciences. Our exceptional team comprised of scientists, physicians and healthcare professionals is committed to advancing the
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Heart Failure in Children What is heart failure in children? The heart is a muscle that pumps oxygen-rich blood to all parts of the body. When you have heart failure, the heart is not able to pump as well as it should. Blood and fluid may back up into the lungs (congestive heart